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District to begin process for state‑required internal auditor; staff recommends outside firm

5532877 · August 5, 2025
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Saint Lucie Public Schools staff outlined the process required by Florida statute for hiring an internal auditor once annual revenues exceed $500 million and recommended contracting with an external firm rather than a direct hire; the board will appoint a selection committee and begin an RFP process in September.

Michelle Thomas, chief financial officer for Saint Lucie Public Schools, told the board July 29 that Florida statute requires any district with annual revenues over $500,000,000 to employ an internal auditor and presented two options: a direct hire who would report to the board or an outside contracted firm. Thomas…

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